- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin issues
- CBT and mindfulness
About Tina
Tina Paxton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 12 years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, depression, and life changes. Tina also addresses family of origin issues and a range of related challenges such as codependency, communication problems, and caregiver stress.
Her style centers on listening first and building on a person’s strengths. She treats clients as the experts in their own lives and helps them notice patterns that come from their upbringing. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings and on skills that reduce immediate distress.
Tina uses a mix of approaches to suit different needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people spot and change unhelpful thoughts. Mindfulness practices teach ways to slow down and respond rather than react. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can clarify values and guide action when emotions feel overwhelming.
She works with people dealing with relationship strain, blended family dynamics, aging and caregiver stresses, addiction concerns, and first responder strain. Conversations may include how childhood roles and expectations still shape current choices and relationships. The aim is to make those patterns clearer and more manageable.
Clients can expect straightforward talk and practical tools. Tina encourages small, concrete changes and checks progress over time. Before booking, confirm session formats and logistics to make sure they fit your routine.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Tina frequently draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify what matters to them and take actions that align with those values, even when emotions are difficult. ACT emphasizes noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck and then choosing steps that match personal goals.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify patterns of thinking that increase distress and to test changes in behavior. CBT often includes simple exercises and homework that help people practice new ways of responding between sessions. Mindfulness techniques are added when slowing down and grounding can reduce reactivity and improve concentration.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client review goals, try different methods, and adjust as needed. Tina frames this as ongoing problem-solving rather than a one-time decision, and she encourages clients to give feedback about what helps.
The biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online session types before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals can adapt exercises and home practice to the online setting so therapy fits everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Tina helps with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, depression, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on family of origin issues and related challenges like codependency and communication problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She listens and builds on a person’s strengths, using practical skills and concrete steps. Sessions are collaborative and emphasize noticing patterns from childhood that affect current life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of professional experience working with adults on emotional and relational concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and practices in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats were not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options with the provider before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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